Orientation and Mobility Specialist in Washington, PA

Make a difference in a student's life as a part-time Orientation and Mobility Specialist (OMS) with a contract opportunity in the Canonsburg area. Bring your expertise to a dedicated family with an immediate need for make-up sessions in a supportive home environment. This role provides the rewarding opportunity to positively impact a student with complex needs, helping them gain independence and confidence through tailored instruction and compassionate guidance.

Role Overview:

• Deliver orientation and mobility services for the full school year, working two 40-minute sessions per week.
• Utilize your advanced skills to help a student develop spatial and positional awareness, enabling safe movement within a familiar home environment.
• Foster the student’s ability to identify and navigate to specific features (such as doorways and furniture) using concepts like left/right, near/far, and in/out as outlined by individual learning goals and the Expanded Core Curriculum standards.
• Collaborate with caregivers, educators, and the support team to maximize instructional outcomes.
• Observe, document, and report progress based on clear O&M objectives and benchmarks.

Qualifications:

• Current endorsement as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist.
• Experience supporting students with complex developmental or sensory needs is highly desired.
• Compassionate, patient, and adaptable, with excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based teaching and individualized instruction.
• Comfortable providing direct services in a home setting.

What Sets This Opportunity Apart:

• Flexible scheduling options available—let us work with you to find what fits.
• Engaged family and support network, ensuring your expertise is appreciated.
• Contract stability for the entire school year.

Ready to bring your specialized skills to a role where every session creates lasting impact? Submit your application today and help foster life-changing independence for a deserving student!